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Popcorn Psychology

Popcorn Psychology
Mental Health
Trauma
Grief
Identity
Fried Green Tomatoes
Whiplash
Thunderbolts
PTSD
My Big Fat Greek Wedding
District 9
Festivus
Family Dynamics
Inside Out
Anxiety
Godzilla Minus One
Sinners
Jumanji
Batman
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Chosen Family

Three licensed therapists breakdown and analyze popular movies and characters from the perspectives of an individual, child, and a marriage and family therapist.Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

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[Content Warning: some discussion of suicide]

Join us as we disect the 1995 classic, Now And Then! We discuss each of the movie's four main characters: Roberta, Teeny, Samantha, and Chrissy. We explore each of the girl's struggles, be it the death o... more

We are finally talking about ET, a film that we have had on our list since we started! We discuss how a family deals with a parent leaving and how it effects sibling relationships and family dynamics. We also discuss empathy and communication as well... more

Listen as we explore the famous popcorn movie, A Knights Tale from 2001. In this episode, we discuss self determination within each of our main characters as well as how important it is to live towards your purpose and values. We also discuss the cle... more

WHAT ABOUT BOB!?!?!?!?!?!? We try to answer that question in our official premiere episode of Season 9! We use Bob as a case study for how to use differential diagnosing. We also rip apart the portrayal of a therapist via Dr. Leo Marvin.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Vanessa Hintz
Licensed psychologist based in Waukesha, Wisconsin
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Dr. Benjamin Taitz
Therapist in Southern California and co-host of two mental health-related podcasts.
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Episode: Addams Family Values: Stunted Development, Anti-Social Traits, and Family Systems
Rachel Harrison
Art therapist in Chicago
Episode: Fried Green Tomatoes: Identity & Chosen Family
Tessa Marie Hoffman
A queer performer local to Chicago, Illinois, with over 10 years of music teaching experience.
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Episode: Whiplash: Tough Love vs Abuse
Scott Jordon
Cognitive psychologist and philosopher at Illinois State University
Illinois State University
Episode: The Shining: Domestic Violence, PTSD, & The Psychology of Kubrick

Hosts

Brittany Brownfield
Licensed child therapist; motherly perspective in clinical discussions; focus on family dynamics and child welfare.
Ben Stover
Licensed individual therapist; brings expertise in adult therapies and clinical discussion; co-host with a pragmatic, research-informed approach.
Hannah Espinoza
Licensed marriage and family therapist; co-host providing relational and family systems insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 807 ratings
  • LOVE this podcast!

    The episodes on Joker and Midsommar are two of your best ever! Please do Eddington and Weapons!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CoachedAndLoved
    United Statesa year ago
  • Pretty good

    I overall enjoy the podcast and some of their insights. However, I do agree the male does tend to want to show off at times rather than discuss, some of the voices are a bit grating due to recording with loud S sounds, and the anti-white racism from the females (primarily) does detract from what could be a really good podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Zioiooon
    United Statesa year ago
  • Long overdue review!!

    This is one of my go to podcast. I am majoring in psychology right now and I love listening to three different prospectives of what Brittany, Hannah, and Ben articulate with each different episode! Definitely a podcast worth listening to if you have not. Thank you guys for everything you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whatsnicknameisnttaken
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome please never stop!!

    I really enjoy this podcast I learn so much! Lots of love to ya guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sesiilii
    United States2 years ago
  • NOPE

    Hannah, Brittney, Ben, you guys truly are doing amazing things with this pod. I love hearing my favorite movies be dissected in such a clinical/educational way while still being easy to digest. Nope has to be one of my favorite movies and when I saw the review posted for it I immediately clicked! As a young woman in my twenties this pod brings me so much joy but also resources in the sense that things I’ve struggled with or related to through my favorite characters have been made clearer to me t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    16Kats
    United States2 years ago

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Sound quality and some host dynamics are spotty; still worth the listen for thoughtful analysis.
Insightful breakdowns of characters through a clinical lens—great for psychology lovers.
Engaging, entertaining, and consistently interesting deep dives into movies and mental health.
Accessible psychoeducation that enhances understanding of films and real-life psychology.

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Inside Out 2: The Impact of Anxiety
Q: What strategies can help in managing anxiety based on the discussions in the film?
We discussed several strategies including identifying cognitive distortions, grounding exercises, and recognizing the difference between natural anxiety and anxiety that disrupts daily life.

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What is Popcorn Psychology about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners tune in for psychology-driven dissections of popular films and characters, analyzed through clinical perspectives from three licensed therapists. Episodes typically explore themes like family dynamics, trauma, identity, and social context, translating cinematic moments into real-world mental-health takeaways. The show stands out for pairing expert insight with accessible film critique, often addressing attachment, gender dynamics, and ethical boundaries in therapy, while maintaining a conversational, approachable tone that appeals to both psychology enthusiasts and movie fans.

Noteworthy angles include examining parent-child relationships, chosen family dynamics, and the impact of societal norms on character behavior. The format'... more

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4. Tessa Marie Hoffman
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